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Three Years In The Making

Writer's picture: Susan PrydeSusan Pryde


It's been a while since I've sat down to craft a proper blog post. The journey of writing my book and nurturing our private support group has kept me occupied, perhaps to the point of leaving me momentarily speechless. The photos I'm sharing today take me back to a time when I weighed 260 pounds, just before my diagnosis, and now, at my goal weight. They serve as a reminder of the distance I've traveled and the importance of persisting on this path.


Me in 2021

This morning, I embarked on a quest for positivity. While I pride myself on being an optimistic person, I'm also an open book, and I carry within me a heart that resonates with the thoughts and emotions of others. This quality can be a beautiful gift, but it can also sway my perspective and well-being. I don't anticipate everyone agreeing with my perspective; in fact, I deeply respect the diversity of lives and opinions that make our world so rich. What bewilders me most in this world is how effortlessly some individuals can inflict harm upon strangers, a phenomenon I observe increasingly on social media, directed at both others and myself. Recent comments from others have prompted me to introspect about areas of my mental well-being that may still need nurturing.

I've shared my story openly and honestly with the world, and for the most part, it has been a cathartic and positive experience. I've forged meaningful friendships and done my utmost to assist those in need. The positives significantly outweigh the negatives. However, I'm still learning how to shield myself from the naysayers and negative reactions to my journey while maintaining grace and dignity. I'm determined to preserve my core outlook without sacrificing the tenderness in my heart that defines who I am.


Me Today

My fervent desire is not to become hardened, cold, or indifferent due to the opinions of a few. I may be a small fish in a vast ocean, but I do feel the ripples of change resulting from this openness I share. Most of the time, it bolsters my determination to continue pushing forward, and to inspire others to embrace positive change for themselves. Occasionally, it makes me contemplate retreating into mediocrity and anonymity, to pull the covers over my head and cease sharing.

When I hit the "publish" button for my book, I experienced a fleeting moment of doubt, asking myself, "What have I done? Can I retract this? How will this alter my life? Is it all worth it?"

This blog has played a pivotal role in the transformations I've initiated in my small corner of the world. It reignited my passion for writing and connected me with kindred spirits committed to healing and mutual support. I take immense pride in these achievements. Everything I've undertaken since committing to my own healing journey and reaching out to others in similar situations has been driven by a sincere desire to see others flourish and find their unique paths to wellness.

I'm slowly circling back to the purpose of this post. One objective is to reignite my passion for blogging and to return my heart and mind to this space. Another is to affirm that my journey is unequivocally authentic. Regardless of external opinions, it remains my truth, and I embrace it with an open heart and mind. I carry a profound sense of responsibility to be a source of support for all those willing to embark on their healing journeys. My aspiration is to inspire as many individuals as possible to prioritize self-care. I cannot predict the future, but I firmly believe that the better we become at showing kindness to ourselves and others in all aspects of life, the more we can achieve in our overall well-being.


I for one, am grateful for the learning and growth these past few years, despite the illness that was the catalyst for it all.


Love, Sue







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